May 4th, 2025
Unwrapping from the Bondage of Sin
John 11:38–44
Key Point: Jesus doesn’t just give life — He unwraps it, unleashing it for His glory.
I. The Power of Grace (v.38–41a)
- A. Grace removes all stones, no matter your past, present, or future.
- B. Grace invites you to rest — not strive — in Christ alone.
- C. Grace reminds you to follow His voice with steadfast obedience.
→ Summary: Grace rolls stones so faith can walk freely.
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II. The Power of Gratitude (v.41b–43)
- A. Gratitude magnifies the Father’s glory.
- B. Gratitude matures the faith of others.
- C. Gratitude moves the hearts of the lost toward belief.
→ Summary: Gratitude isn’t just polite — it’s powerful.
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III. The Power of Giving (v.44)
- A. Give freely — help release what still binds others.
- B. Give freedom — remind your brothers and sisters who they are in Christ: loved, chosen, unshakable, unstoppable
→ Summary: Freed people free people. You will never outgive God!
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Remember:
Don’t just walk out of your grave —unwrap someone else.
The same hands Jesus freed are now the hands He uses to free others.